Manufacturing Technician, Avionics
About The Position
Virgin Galactic is seeking a highly motivated Avionics Technician to support its Manufacturing team in Mesa. Guided by the value “Safety Above All,” the team proactively manages risks inherent in human spaceflight through daily actions in design and assembly. The role works hands-on with the avionics architecture of a fly-by-wire spaceship, including harness installation, wire tying and routing, wire stripping and termination, ring-outs, troubleshooting, and other spacecraft manufacturing operations. Primary tasks involve bonding and assembly processes used to produce the spaceship airframe, as well as installing and checking out aircraft systems. The technician uses shop tools and machinery such as multimeters, soldering irons, crimpers, wire strippers, and cutters, while focusing on timely execution of tasks and deliverables and supporting team accountability. The current schedule is onsite Thursday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Potential future schedules are onsite Monday through Thursday, either day shift (6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or night shift (4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.).
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least two years of experience as a technician in aerospace or an equivalent high-reliability field.
- Hands-on aircraft manufacturing experience with composite and/or metallic airframes.
- Experience with aircraft fabrication and assembly, or equivalent.
- Ability to use computer applications to follow manufacturing work instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and/or models in paper or digital formats.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of current manufacturing practices and willingness to learn cutting-edge spacecraft manufacturing techniques and/or Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) training.
- Willingness to adjust thinking and behavior.
- Ability to communicate in a timely, respectful manner and remain open to other ideas.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing philosophies and tools.
- Ability to attend to details while maintaining a broader view.
- Strong safety-forward approach, good housekeeping and tool control, and recognition of the importance of properly handling hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to use computer applications for work documentation.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate and assemble avionics components and install them on the ship, including wire harnesses, data acquisition units (DAUs), and sensors.
- Follow directions and guidelines from the team leader and support collaboration across teams to complete projects.
- Assist the manufacturing team with installation, design, development, and testing of parts and technologies used on aircraft or in space exploration.
- Follow assembly instructions to accurately complete complex project assemblies.
- Practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness and prevention, and adhere to regulatory protocols and rules.
- Work collaboratively to achieve goals and complete assigned tasks.
- Perform avionics manufacturing work including harness installation, wire tying and routing, wire stripping and termination, ring-outs, and troubleshooting.
Benefits
- A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
- Other forms of pay, such as a bonus or long-term incentive, may be provided as part of the compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
